San Diego County Library named finalist for prestigious national medal
THE San Diego County Library has been named one of the 30 finalists for the prestigious 2024 National Medal for Museum and Library Service by the Institute of Museum and…
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City of San Diego to increase homeless outreach, address encampments along San Diego River
$3.6M state grant will fund outreach efforts with the goal of transitioning people into housing SAN DIEGO – As part of an ongoing effort to bring people experiencing homelessness off…
County leaders report progress fighting wage theft
LOCAL workers who fall victim to wage theft now have a better chance of getting the pay that is due them. County and state leaders reported advances on addressing wage…
Mayor Todd Gloria appoints next Chief of Police
SAN DIEGO – Following an extensive national search and interview process that included vetting by community and law enforcement leaders, Mayor Todd Gloria announced on Friday, March 22 that he…
SD Poet Laureate announces new project: San Diego Poetry Futures 2024
SAN DIEGO – As a literary arts ambassador for San Diego, Poet Laureate Jason Magabo Perez will launch a signature project called San Diego Poetry Futures 2024 (SDPF24) this spring….
State Treasurer Fiona Ma announces $100M milestone for home energy financing program
GoGreen Home enables affordable financing for energy efficiency upgrades SACRAMENTO – State Treasurer Fiona Ma on Monday, March 25 announced that the GoGreen Home Energy Financing Program (GoGreen Home) has financed more…
ConGen Ferrer explores opportunities for partnership with Fremont Mayor Mei
FREMONT CITY – In his first official visit to this East Bay city, Philippine Consul General in San Francisco Neil Frank Ferrer met with Fremont Mayor Lily Mei at the…
Northside transportation improvement projects meeting slated for April 8
Join the City of Santa Clara in-person or virtually at a community meeting for the Northside Transportation Improvement Projects to discuss the upcoming construction activities for the Great America Pkwy./Mission College Blvd. Intersection…
Filipino food and culture showcased at Golden State Warriors’ first Filipino Heritage Night of 2024
SAN FRANCISCO – Dubnation and basketball fans in the San Francisco Bay Area were treated to a night of Filipino culture and food in the 18th Filipino Heritage Night of the…
Manilatown Arts presents Club Mandalay on April 6
JOIN the Manilatown Arts for an afternoon of non-stop fun at Club Mandalay! Get ready to smile, dance and enjoy an unforgettable experience at the International Hotel Manilatown Center. This in-person…
What’s new this tax season?
As Tax Day approaches, 2024 brings new ways to file online for free, get more help and claim refunds. Preparing for tax season By the time tax season closes on…
Fil-Am artists present diverse perspectives on Filipino culture
The Forest Lawn Museum exhibit showcases Filipino heritage and its influence on California’s cultural tapestry GLENDALE — Seven Filipino American contemporary artists are set to showcase Philippine heritage and its…
Move to protect CA’s indoor workers from heat upended by cost questions
SACRAMENTO — Gov. Gavin Newsom’s administration unexpectedly yanked its support from a sweeping proposal that would have protected millions of California’s indoor workers from dangerous heat, saying it can’t endorse…
Looking at California’s hate reporting hotline one year in
One year after the multilingual CA vs Hate reporting hotline was launched, how has it answered hate? At a Friday, March 15 Ethnic Media Services briefing, CA vs Hate staff,…
Making the most of America Saves Week 2024
America Saves Week, which runs from April 8 to 12 this year, is an excellent opportunity for organizations to promote good financial habits and for people to assess their own…
Stay healthy and independent with the Senior Nutrition Program
by Annie Walters Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Nevada Are you eligible for Social Security retirement benefits or already receiving them? Did you know that you can also receive…
NaFFAA-Nevada celebrates Women’s History Month by honoring exceptional Filipino American women
LAS VEGAS – NaFFAA-NV (National Federation of Filipino American Associations—Nevada) is gearing up to celebrate Women’s History Month by recognizing the outstanding achievements and contributions of Filipino American women in…
City of San Diego seeks public input on plans to locate jobs and homes near transit, parks and services
SAN DIEGO – Recently, the City of San Diego released the second draft of Blueprint SD, which helps guide where more new homes and jobs near transit, parks and services…
City of San Diego launches recruitment for new Fire Chief
Current Chief Colin Stowell announced plans to retire in August following 34 years of service SAN DIEGO – On Monday, March 18 the City of San Diego launched a nationwide…
Clean CA community transformation event in San Diego
CALTRANS, Clean California and I Love A Clean San Diego (ILACSD) are excited to announce a major community cleanup and beautification event in San Diego on Saturday, April 6 from…
Historic investment: NaFFAA NY awarded $1.6M for community center in Queens
Representative Grace Meng (D-Queens) has secured over $1.6 million in Federal Community Project Funding for the National Federation of Filipino American Associations New York Chapter (NaFFAA NY). This allocation, included…
PCGSF EXPLORES PARTNERSHIP WITH GGU
Philippine Consul General Neil Ferrer met with Dr. Bruce Magid, Provost, Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean of Ageno School of Business at Golden Gate University (GGU), to discuss…
SF opens first-ever career center at city hall
The new center builds on strategic efforts to streamline the hiring process in the city, fill job vacancies, and support existing employees SAN FRANCISCO – Mayor London N. Breed and the…
Celebrate YOUniquness festival held in Glendale, CA
GLENDALE, CA — Another successful and full house “Celebrate YOUniqueness” Festival 2024 was held at the Glendale YMCA on Saturday, March 16 with more than 750 attendees. This is where…
EDD benefit payments now issued on new Money Network prepaid debit cards
April 15 is the last day Bank of America debit cards can be used THE Employment Development Department (EDD) in the State of California began issuing payments for unemployment, disability,…
Fil-Am leader Jessica Caloza advances to general election in bid for California Assembly
FILIPINA American community leader Jessica Caloza is on her way to making history and securing a seat in the California state Assembly as she advances to the November general election….
Generational wealth now in reach for first-time California homebuyers
Homeownership, often the first step for generational wealth, is ever-more unaffordable for California families — especially those of color. Now, the California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA) is changing that for…
Social Security celebrates Women’s History Month
by Annie Walters Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Nevada March is Women’s History Month — a time to focus not just on the past, but also on the challenges…
Scam the scam: How to spot government imposters
by Annie Walters Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Nevada Do you know how to spot a government imposter scam? We continue to raise public awareness about Social Security-related and…
Las Vegas Natural History Museum to host STEM Career Rally on March 16
The Las Vegas Natural History Museum invites the public to celebrate STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) careers and the end of CCSD Spring Break at its STEM Career Rally…